VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN (2020) recall — Structure
Volkswagen recalls certain 2022 and 2018-2021 Tiguan models due to a rear spoiler that may detach, increasing crash risk. Owners must have it replaced free by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
An insufficiently attached spoiler may separate from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Volkswagen is recalling specific 2020-2021 Tiguan models because a rear spoiler can become loose and detach, creating a road hazard that might lead to crashes. This affects vehicle owners who need to have the spoiler replaced at no cost by a dealer. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80171-volkswagen-2020-tiguan-spoiler-recall-risk-of-separation-and-crash.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80171-volkswagen-2020-tiguan-spoiler-recall-risk-of-separation-and-crash · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #22V226000
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“Volkswagen 2020 Tiguan Spoiler Recall: Risk of Separation and Crash.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80171-volkswagen-2020-tiguan-spoiler-recall-risk-of-separation-and-crash. Based on NHTSA recall #22V226000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V226000).
Why it’s dangerous
The rear spoiler may become loose due to incorrect installation instructions, causing it to detach from the vehicle. This creates a road hazard that could lead to a crash if the spoiler separates while driving.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2018-2021 Tiguan long wheelbase models are affected. Drivers who have the rear spoiler installed incorrectly are at higher risk of a crash if it separates.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle is a 2022 Tiguan or 2018-2021 Tiguan long wheelbase model. The recall covers vehicles where the rear spoiler was installed incorrectly.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Volkswagen
Call 1-800-893-5298 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a replacement.
Have Spoiler Replaced
Dealers will replace the rear spoiler at no cost once the vehicle is confirmed affected.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will replace the spoiler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66N5.
Questions people ask
Why is my Volkswagen Tiguan being recalled?
The recall is for certain 2022 and 2018-2021 Tiguan models where the rear spoiler may become loose due to incorrect installation instructions.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Check if your vehicle is a 2022 Tiguan or 2018-2021 Tiguan long wheelbase model with the rear spoiler installed incorrectly.
What should I do if my vehicle is affected?
Contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298 to schedule a free replacement of the rear spoiler at a dealer.
Contact Volkswagen
We’ve drafted a message you can send Volkswagen to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V226000 — Volkswagen Volkswagen Hello, I own a Volkswagen that is covered by recall 22V226000 from Volkswagen. The official recall notice states: Dealers will replace the spoiler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66N5. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #22V226000 (June 4, 2022)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.